Black History—Mr. Frederick Douglass

Abolitionist leader Frederick Douglass was born into slavery sometime around 1818 in Talbot County, Maryland. He became one of the most famous intellectuals of his time, advising presidents and lecturing to thousands on a range of causes, including women’s rights and Irish home rule.  Among Douglass’ writings are several autobiographies eloquently describing his experiences in … Continue reading Black History—Mr. Frederick Douglass

Black History-The red summer of 1919…

Red Summer: When Racist Mobs Ruled (click on link below bio to read the entire post) On September 27, 1919, a mob of at least 10,000 white people stormed the courthouse in Omaha, Nebraska, demanding the sheriff turn over Will Brown, a 40-year-old Black man. They raided the building, scaled walls and smashed windows. When … Continue reading Black History-The red summer of 1919…